Trapunto By Machine

Add a whole new dimension to your quilting with this exciting new trapunto technique. Trapunto gives us raised motifs that add textureal richness to the finished quilt. This bookwillopen new doors to your way of thinking about Trapunto. Hari teaches you time-saving techniques in six easy-to-follow lessons; Stripple Quilting, Machine Trapunto, Backtracking with Stitches, Two-layers Trapunto, and Shadow Trapunto. Over 25 glorious patterns, including: Iridescent Iris, Susan B. Anthony, April's Promise, Spring Quintet, and more! And best of all, Hari willshow you how to do trapunto quilting by machine without having to make little openings in the back of your quilt.

Presenting new machine trapunto quilting patterns, as well as creative project ideas. Hari reviews the basic techniques for machine trapunto, and then the FUN begins! You'lllove the beautiful texture and dimensionthat machine trapunto adds to your quilts. All new designs and patterns. Teaches hand quilters how to use the basic machine trapunto technique. Expands on concepts presented in Trapunto by Machine, with technique refinements that enhance shape definition. Includes cornerstone quilting — a reverse trapunto technique, great for borders and special effects. New tips and techniques for adding trapunto to miniature and small-scale quilts. New tips and techniques for using water-soluble thread in your quilting. Best of all, with machine trapunto, there are no holes in the back of your quilt!

A wonderful world of intricate beauty You'll be captivated by the elegance and grace of these elaborate shadow trapunto quilts-especially once you discover how easy they are to make! Create the old-world look of tatting or lace with a simple 3-step technique. Geta provides instructions and patterns for working with whole cloth, pieced, or appliqué backgrounds. A gorgeous gallery of her work is included. • 30 remarkable projects include wallhangings, pillows, tablerunners, and postcards • Achieve old-world style with this innovative technique • Patterns in the book can be enlarged; full-size patterns are on the enclosed CD

Popular teacher, designer, and online radio host Pat Sloan teaches all you need to know to machine quilt successfully. In this third book of her beginner-friendly "Teach Me" series, Pat guides you step by step through walking-foot and free-motion quilting techniques. First-time quilters will be confidently quilting in no time, and experienced stitchers will discover the joy of finishing their quilts themselves. No-fear learning for quilting novices--Pat covers all the information you need to quilt from start to finish Pat guides you through simple and fun practice projects, including a strip-pieced table runner and an easy applique design Collect the entire skill-building library of Pat Sloan's popular "Teach Me" series of books

Use color and thread to create the quilting of your dreams! With Color, Thread, & Free-motion Quilting, author Teri Lucas, a world-renowned master machine quilter, shares her brilliance and guidance to hone your machine quilting skills in a helpful, comprehensive, and understandable way. Quilters talk about building their fabric stashes but what about building their thread stashes, which is equally important? This book is a beautiful, well-guided and helpful resource for choosing threads––considering color, kind, and weight; choosing aids to help you quilt successfully; improving your free-motion quilting skills; and ultimately making free-motion quilting FUN! There are also lots of tips and tricks to help make your quilting enjoyable, playful, and frustration-free! Color, Thread & Free-motion Quilting is a comprehensive, go-to book that will be a staple resource in any quilter’s stash; I know it will be in mine!” ~ Pokey Bolton Thready or not! Learn how color, thread, and motif come together in machine quilting Compare actual quilted color wheels on a rainbow of various background fabrics Make your quilting a design element with solid quilting tips and color fundamentals

Make a stunning heirloom quilt and learn over thirty-five creative machine techniques in the process with this guide from the author of Floral Dimensions. This award-winning heirloom quilt has been specifically designed to explore sewing machine techniques for fabric embellishment and manipulation. It is comprised of nine beautiful panels, each of which is described in step-by-step detail. It showcases exciting decorative skills such as wavy corded tucks, smocking, machine lace and cutwork. It also features a number smaller sewing projects including a cushion using the trapunto technique, a Christmas stocking with smocking detail, a bag made using corded, wavy tucks, and an album cover. Whether you want to learn new techniques or brush up on your quilting skills, the comprehensive step-by-step technique advice and invaluable tips and tricks will help you along the way. Stylish photography and easy-to-follow layouts complete the package, making this book essential for anyone who wants sophisticated results from straightforward machine techniques.

You Really Can Quilt Every Top You Make! Quilting your projects is just as much fun as piecing them can be. Learn to "decode" your quilts to complete your quilt top. Freehand 49 topstitching designs that can be used time and time again with no marking. Did you know that your tops can tell you exactly how to quilt them? It’s true! Expert machine quilter Christine Maraccini guides you through every step, taking cues from the intended use of the quilt and the shapes and patterns created by your piecing and appliqué. Discover no-mark-motifs that fit each space and learn the techniques to apply them to your own unique quilt. Includes complete, step-by-step instructions for 6 quilts, including 3 different quilting options for each and 9 trapunto templates!